The Waggon & Horses
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Prices for The Waggon & Horses
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From
US$74
/ night
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Waggon & Horses average US$100 in the cheapest month (December) and US$101 in the most expensive month (January), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$101 |
| November | US$101 |
| December | US$100 |
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Cheapest: December (~US$100)
About this property
. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy. Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges. Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed. This property accepts credit cards and cash. .Service animals are allowed. Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions. Only dogs are allowed. Pets allowed.Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.. No elevators.Visa, Diners Club, Cash, American Express, Mastercard.At The Waggon & Horses, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge..Free self parking is available onsite..Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms..Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. . Ridgewell Airfield Museum - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi . Little Yeldham Village Hall - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi . Colne Valley Railway - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi . Deer Park - 4 km / 2.5 mi . Hedingham Castle - 4 km / 2.5 mi . Sible Hedingham Library - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi . Stambourne Playing Field - 4.8 km / 3 mi . Alderford Water Mill - 5.4 km / 3.3 mi . Clare Castle Country Park - 7.8 km / 4.9 mi . Clare Ancient House Museum - 8.5 km / 5.3 mi . Milbank Stadium - 10.1 km / 6.3 mi . Sturmer Village Hall - 10.1 km / 6.3 mi . Camping close - 10.4 km / 6.4 mi . Cheeky Chimps Funhouse - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi . Haverhill Golf Club - 11.7 km / 7.2 mi . The nearest airports are:. Stansted Airport (STN) - 44.9 km / 27.9 mi. Cambridge (CBG) - 45.8 km / 28.5 mi. The preferred airport for The Waggon & Horses is Stansted Airport (STN). .Near Ridgewell Airfield Museum.Pet-friendly property, Adventure sport property
Restaurant
Meeting rooms
Location
High Street,Great Yeldham,Essex CO9 4EX,GB, Great Yeldham, England, United Kingdom
Room options
Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom
Standard Twin Room
Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Ensuite
Standard Twin Room, Ensuite
Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Disabled Facilities)
Standard Double Room, Ensuite
Standard Double Room (Accessible)
Guest reviews of The Waggon & Horses
8.8
Fabulous
Based on 4 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
40%
Couple
24%
Family
17%
Group
9%
Solo
7%
What guests think
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Reviews of The Waggon & Horses highlight very friendly, welcoming staff and a sociable pub atmosphere, with many guests enjoying a good cooked breakfast and finding the simple, budget rooms adequate for short stays in a peaceful countryside setting.
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Reviews of The Waggon & Horses highlight very friendly, welcoming staff and a sociable pub atmosphere, with many guests enjoying a good cooked breakfast and finding the simple, budget rooms adequate for short stays in a peaceful countryside setting.
Multiple reviews report inconsistent cleanliness and maintenance, including tired furnishings, dust or cobwebs, loose fittings, cold rooms, and occasional hot water or heating problems. Food is praised when available, but weekday dining can be limited and may be restricted to weekends. Overall, expect a budget stay with warm hospitality but variable room condition.
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Facilities
Facilities are basic and center on the on-site pub, which several guests enjoyed. Beyond the bar, amenities are simple.
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Ann
16 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice pub and people. No food apart from weekends, neither breakfast nor dinner which was promised on the booking
Nice pub and people. No food apart from weekends, neither breakfast nor dinner which was promised on the booking
10
Martin
19 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent service. Very personable chap in charge - Andy! Had a lovely chat with him and his wife. Blended in well with the locals and it was if I was one of the lads.
Excellent service. Very personable chap in charge - Andy! Had a lovely chat with him and his wife. Blended in well with the locals and it was if I was one of the lads.
10
Jude
26 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Brilliant staff friendly people and honest. Great pool table free to play on Mondays
Brilliant staff friendly people and honest. Great pool table free to play on Mondays
10
MALCOLM
13 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Always a nice pleasant place to stay. Basic rooms but very clean. Nice food too at breakfast and evening meal. People very friendly, both the staff and locals at the bar. I stay often.
Always a nice pleasant place to stay. Basic rooms but very clean. Nice food too at breakfast and evening meal. People very friendly, both the staff and locals at the bar. I stay often.
8
Paul
27 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Affordable, value-for-the-money accommodation with hearty (extra cost but affordable) breakfast. Room comfortable with snug ensuite facilities. Friendly staff. No restaurant except Fridays and Saturdays, but curry and Pizza/Chicken takeaways within walking distance; residents can bring meals back to eat in the bar. Small health and safety warning - the steps and handrail leading to the accommodation block need attention - nothing a couple of hours with some mortar and bolts couldn't fix. Unfortunate that they haven't been!
Affordable, value-for-the-money accommodation with hearty (extra cost but affordable) breakfast. Room comfortable with snug ensuite facilities. Friendly staff. No restaurant except Fridays and Saturdays, but curry and Pizza/Chicken takeaways within walking distance; residents can bring meals back to eat in the bar. Small health and safety warning - the steps and handrail leading to the accommodation block need attention - nothing a couple of hours with some mortar and bolts couldn't fix. Unfortunate that they haven't been!
8
Samantha
10 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Local village pub with separate accommodation that was clean with helpful staff on site. Staff were welcoming and chatty. Breakie included covered cereal and traditional fry up.
Local village pub with separate accommodation that was clean with helpful staff on site. Staff were welcoming and chatty. Breakie included covered cereal and traditional fry up.
10
Vanessa
30 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very helpful Staff. A lovely room, obviously recently renovated, warm, clean and a very comfortable bed! Tea/coffee making facilities, a tv and free wifi all added to a wonderful stay.
Very helpful Staff. A lovely room, obviously recently renovated, warm, clean and a very comfortable bed! Tea/coffee making facilities, a tv and free wifi all added to a wonderful stay.
8
Allan
30 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very welcoming friendly landlord bar staff equally pleasant. Good beer & bar menu from sandwiches to more substantial meals with starters mains and deserts honest pub grub. Breakfast excellent value with cereals, juice, full English plenty of toast & jam tea & coffee, pot was refilled no problem. A very pleasant one night stay large double room, comfortable bed plenty of hot water in the shower. Would stay again close to Castle Hedingham & Steam Railway.
Very welcoming friendly landlord bar staff equally pleasant. Good beer & bar menu from sandwiches to more substantial meals with starters mains and deserts honest pub grub. Breakfast excellent value with cereals, juice, full English plenty of toast & jam tea & coffee, pot was refilled no problem. A very pleasant one night stay large double room, comfortable bed plenty of hot water in the shower. Would stay again close to Castle Hedingham & Steam Railway.
10
Joanne
11 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Building was a little bit tired looking but we didn’t spend must time in the room too busy enjoying ourselves the staff and breakfast was so lovely brilliant atmosphere in the bar
Building was a little bit tired looking but we didn’t spend must time in the room too busy enjoying ourselves the staff and breakfast was so lovely brilliant atmosphere in the bar
8
Tracy
1 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A really good nights sleep, nice room and very helpful staff. I ate in the pub - best jacket potato for a long time and nothing was too much trouble. They made a filling off menu and also dessert as I'm celiac :-) Greatly appreciated. Only downside building work in rooms downstairs - builders started hammering at 8am but stopped shortly afterwards. A great place to stay with a nice little beer garden out back and lots of parking. Would definitely stay again.
A really good nights sleep, nice room and very helpful staff. I ate in the pub - best jacket potato for a long time and nothing was too much trouble. They made a filling off menu and also dessert as I'm celiac :-) Greatly appreciated. Only downside building work in rooms downstairs - builders started hammering at 8am but stopped shortly afterwards. A great place to stay with a nice little beer garden out back and lots of parking. Would definitely stay again.
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Cleanliness
Feedback on cleanliness is mixed: some rooms were described as clean or spotless, while others reported dust, cobwebs, dirty bathrooms or cups, and occasional damp or mould.
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Lauren
5 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The young lady was fantastic, however there was poo in the toilet and an empty fruit shoot bottle left on a dusty side.
The young lady was fantastic, however there was poo in the toilet and an empty fruit shoot bottle left on a dusty side.
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Kim
15 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Unpleasant stay – poor room conditions I stayed at this property in May 2025 and unfortunately had to leave right after check-in. The room was very cold, as the radiator wasn’t working and the window had been left open. The air was very damp and musty, and there were visible signs of mold around the window area. I was traveling with my child and didn’t feel comfortable staying under those conditions. I contacted customer service the same day and submitted photos, but I was later told that no refund could be issued unless approved by the property. It was a disappointing experience, and I hope the room conditions will be improved for future guests.
Unpleasant stay – poor room conditions I stayed at this property in May 2025 and unfortunately had to leave right after check-in. The room was very cold, as the radiator wasn’t working and the window had been left open. The air was very damp and musty, and there were visible signs of mold around the window area. I was traveling with my child and didn’t feel comfortable staying under those conditions. I contacted customer service the same day and submitted photos, but I was later told that no refund could be issued unless approved by the property. It was a disappointing experience, and I hope the room conditions will be improved for future guests.
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MALCOLM
13 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Always a nice pleasant place to stay. Basic rooms but very clean. Nice food too at breakfast and evening meal. People very friendly, both the staff and locals at the bar. I stay often.
Always a nice pleasant place to stay. Basic rooms but very clean. Nice food too at breakfast and evening meal. People very friendly, both the staff and locals at the bar. I stay often.
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sophie
11 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Checked in had to check in at the bar young lad showed me where my rooms was, the ceiling light was so dim it wasn’t even worth having on, the bathroom sink had the person befores facial hair in the sink, the room was very dusty that I kept sneezing, bed and pillow where terrible the spare pillows on the shelf had no cases on them, the carpet was very sticky and had a foul smell, wouldn’t recommend and definitely wasn’t worth the £
Checked in had to check in at the bar young lad showed me where my rooms was, the ceiling light was so dim it wasn’t even worth having on, the bathroom sink had the person befores facial hair in the sink, the room was very dusty that I kept sneezing, bed and pillow where terrible the spare pillows on the shelf had no cases on them, the carpet was very sticky and had a foul smell, wouldn’t recommend and definitely wasn’t worth the £
10
Samantha
25 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The wonderful lady that greeted us was friendly and had a good sense of humour. She showed us to our room which was spotlessly clean. We had dinner which she also cooked and breakfast again cooked by this true asset to the pub. A pleasant stay for a wedding just a short walk away. Was it the Ritz? No, but we didn’t pay for the Ritz. Would recommend.
The wonderful lady that greeted us was friendly and had a good sense of humour. She showed us to our room which was spotlessly clean. We had dinner which she also cooked and breakfast again cooked by this true asset to the pub. A pleasant stay for a wedding just a short walk away. Was it the Ritz? No, but we didn’t pay for the Ritz. Would recommend.
10
Mark
17 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean, very friendly, good night's sleep would recommend
Very clean, very friendly, good night's sleep would recommend
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Samantha
11 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely little place to stay only thing to let it down was mould in shower and dirty cup however was compensated for this would stay again
Lovely little place to stay only thing to let it down was mould in shower and dirty cup however was compensated for this would stay again
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Melanie
18 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We were really disappointed in the cleanliness of the property. The room had not been hoovered, the toilet seat was broken and the sink had a large crack in it . The furnishings were very tired and the rooms could do with updating . The staff were very friendly.
We were really disappointed in the cleanliness of the property. The room had not been hoovered, the toilet seat was broken and the sink had a large crack in it . The furnishings were very tired and the rooms could do with updating . The staff were very friendly.
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Costin
7 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Please stay away!! For the amount that I have paid is not worth it!! The room was very dirty, spiderwebs everywhere in the room, no soap or shampoo or shower gel in the bathroom. Very cold in the room they haven’t open the heath. The carpet was very dirty plenty of stains on it. In the pub I order a drink and the glass that I was served were disgustingly dirty. This hotel only worth £30 / night, not even that. So, so , so unpleasant PLEASE STAY AWAY
Please stay away!! For the amount that I have paid is not worth it!! The room was very dirty, spiderwebs everywhere in the room, no soap or shampoo or shower gel in the bathroom. Very cold in the room they haven’t open the heath. The carpet was very dirty plenty of stains on it. In the pub I order a drink and the glass that I was served were disgustingly dirty. This hotel only worth £30 / night, not even that. So, so , so unpleasant PLEASE STAY AWAY
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Colin
23 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good clean room, en suite is small but functional. Tap on sink was loose but worked
Good clean room, en suite is small but functional. Tap on sink was loose but worked
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Rooms
Rooms are basic with variable condition; some are comfortable or recently refreshed, but others felt dated or cold, with maintenance issues like weak lighting, loose fittings, nonworking fans, and intermittent hot water, plus occasional noise.
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Jimmy
25 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nice place with wonderfull staff, especailly the breakfast lady was fantastic. the beds need new madrasses :) but other than that its great value for money
Nice place with wonderfull staff, especailly the breakfast lady was fantastic. the beds need new madrasses :) but other than that its great value for money
8
Andrew
26 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff and comfortable room
Friendly staff and comfortable room
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Gillian
19 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had a great stay, really pleased with our room which was quiet and comfortable. Amazing cooked breakfast this morning. Would definitely stay again!
We had a great stay, really pleased with our room which was quiet and comfortable. Amazing cooked breakfast this morning. Would definitely stay again!
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Alan
13 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms in poor state of repair
Rooms in poor state of repair
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Vanessa
30 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very helpful Staff. A lovely room, obviously recently renovated, warm, clean and a very comfortable bed! Tea/coffee making facilities, a tv and free wifi all added to a wonderful stay.
Very helpful Staff. A lovely room, obviously recently renovated, warm, clean and a very comfortable bed! Tea/coffee making facilities, a tv and free wifi all added to a wonderful stay.
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John
12 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was cheap but our room had multiple problems and not very clean. The Tv failed to switch on with the remote. The en suite was designed for a disabled guest but the low placement of the mirror meant it was difficult to shave without crouching down. The sink was far too small and the tap moved so that it had to be steadied with one hand and turned off with the other. My wife had to wear a jumper to sleep because the room was so cold.
The hotel was cheap but our room had multiple problems and not very clean. The Tv failed to switch on with the remote. The en suite was designed for a disabled guest but the low placement of the mirror meant it was difficult to shave without crouching down. The sink was far too small and the tap moved so that it had to be steadied with one hand and turned off with the other. My wife had to wear a jumper to sleep because the room was so cold.
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Leanne
21 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Absolutely awful. There is clearly no sound proofing so as a couple that usually go to bed at a reasonable time (10.30pm) we was kept awake by a couple of ladies below us screeching and cackling until gone past 2am, to then be woken up by them at 6am. They practically sounded as if they were in our room. Finally managed to drift back off to then being woken up by a man making a phone call to which we heard every detail. We had practically no sleep as it was freezing when we did manage to sleep so we ended up missing breakfast so we can't comment on that bar the small 1 hour time window we was told we could have breakfast which was a bit strange. The room was full of cobwebs and for the price we won't be returning. We travel down regularly to see family in Essex which is quite a distance from us and it made for a very tiring journey home today.
Absolutely awful. There is clearly no sound proofing so as a couple that usually go to bed at a reasonable time (10.30pm) we was kept awake by a couple of ladies below us screeching and cackling until gone past 2am, to then be woken up by them at 6am. They practically sounded as if they were in our room. Finally managed to drift back off to then being woken up by a man making a phone call to which we heard every detail. We had practically no sleep as it was freezing when we did manage to sleep so we ended up missing breakfast so we can't comment on that bar the small 1 hour time window we was told we could have breakfast which was a bit strange. The room was full of cobwebs and for the price we won't be returning. We travel down regularly to see family in Essex which is quite a distance from us and it made for a very tiring journey home today.
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Colin
23 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good clean room, en suite is small but functional. Tap on sink was loose but worked
Good clean room, en suite is small but functional. Tap on sink was loose but worked
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Claudia
24 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The rooms are old and a little tired. We found ours cold. Ok for a night if you are looking for an "over night stay". Joy, who appears to be everywhere and doiing everything is absolutely the best part. Breakfast was filling and a good standard. All cooked fresh and served with Joy. We would go back just because of her!
The rooms are old and a little tired. We found ours cold. Ok for a night if you are looking for an "over night stay". Joy, who appears to be everywhere and doiing everything is absolutely the best part. Breakfast was filling and a good standard. All cooked fresh and served with Joy. We would go back just because of her!
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David
19 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
First problem was finding the place, web says it is in High St Halstead, but is in Great Yeldham 6 miles away Room was adequate for the price but extract fan in en suite was not working. Breakfast not a good experience. Cook was friendly, long hair in the butter, two jam jars on the table had dust all over the tops, kitchen paper for napkins, however we were not charged full price as we did not have full breakfasts
First problem was finding the place, web says it is in High St Halstead, but is in Great Yeldham 6 miles away Room was adequate for the price but extract fan in en suite was not working. Breakfast not a good experience. Cook was friendly, long hair in the butter, two jam jars on the table had dust all over the tops, kitchen paper for napkins, however we were not charged full price as we did not have full breakfasts
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with staff often going the extra mile. A few guests reported unresolved issues such as heating requests or refund approvals.
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Anita
26 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff friendly breakfast good
The staff friendly breakfast good
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Claire
13 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Room was clean and tidy and the bed was comfortable. Beware though - they don’t serve food mid week.
Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Room was clean and tidy and the bed was comfortable. Beware though - they don’t serve food mid week.
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Martin
19 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent service. Very personable chap in charge - Andy! Had a lovely chat with him and his wife. Blended in well with the locals and it was if I was one of the lads.
Excellent service. Very personable chap in charge - Andy! Had a lovely chat with him and his wife. Blended in well with the locals and it was if I was one of the lads.
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Jimmy
25 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nice place with wonderfull staff, especailly the breakfast lady was fantastic. the beds need new madrasses :) but other than that its great value for money
Nice place with wonderfull staff, especailly the breakfast lady was fantastic. the beds need new madrasses :) but other than that its great value for money
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Lisa
26 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Rooms were comfortable. Breakfast was lovely. Good for 1 night break.
Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Rooms were comfortable. Breakfast was lovely. Good for 1 night break.
10
Samantha
25 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The wonderful lady that greeted us was friendly and had a good sense of humour. She showed us to our room which was spotlessly clean. We had dinner which she also cooked and breakfast again cooked by this true asset to the pub. A pleasant stay for a wedding just a short walk away. Was it the Ritz? No, but we didn’t pay for the Ritz. Would recommend.
The wonderful lady that greeted us was friendly and had a good sense of humour. She showed us to our room which was spotlessly clean. We had dinner which she also cooked and breakfast again cooked by this true asset to the pub. A pleasant stay for a wedding just a short walk away. Was it the Ritz? No, but we didn’t pay for the Ritz. Would recommend.
8
Paul
27 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Affordable, value-for-the-money accommodation with hearty (extra cost but affordable) breakfast. Room comfortable with snug ensuite facilities. Friendly staff. No restaurant except Fridays and Saturdays, but curry and Pizza/Chicken takeaways within walking distance; residents can bring meals back to eat in the bar. Small health and safety warning - the steps and handrail leading to the accommodation block need attention - nothing a couple of hours with some mortar and bolts couldn't fix. Unfortunate that they haven't been!
Affordable, value-for-the-money accommodation with hearty (extra cost but affordable) breakfast. Room comfortable with snug ensuite facilities. Friendly staff. No restaurant except Fridays and Saturdays, but curry and Pizza/Chicken takeaways within walking distance; residents can bring meals back to eat in the bar. Small health and safety warning - the steps and handrail leading to the accommodation block need attention - nothing a couple of hours with some mortar and bolts couldn't fix. Unfortunate that they haven't been!
8
Allan
30 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very welcoming friendly landlord bar staff equally pleasant. Good beer & bar menu from sandwiches to more substantial meals with starters mains and deserts honest pub grub. Breakfast excellent value with cereals, juice, full English plenty of toast & jam tea & coffee, pot was refilled no problem. A very pleasant one night stay large double room, comfortable bed plenty of hot water in the shower. Would stay again close to Castle Hedingham & Steam Railway.
Very welcoming friendly landlord bar staff equally pleasant. Good beer & bar menu from sandwiches to more substantial meals with starters mains and deserts honest pub grub. Breakfast excellent value with cereals, juice, full English plenty of toast & jam tea & coffee, pot was refilled no problem. A very pleasant one night stay large double room, comfortable bed plenty of hot water in the shower. Would stay again close to Castle Hedingham & Steam Railway.
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Susan
21 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Comfortable room, nice people, great breakfast, special thank you to Carly, defo recommend
Comfortable room, nice people, great breakfast, special thank you to Carly, defo recommend
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Tracy
1 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A really good nights sleep, nice room and very helpful staff. I ate in the pub - best jacket potato for a long time and nothing was too much trouble. They made a filling off menu and also dessert as I'm celiac :-) Greatly appreciated. Only downside building work in rooms downstairs - builders started hammering at 8am but stopped shortly afterwards. A great place to stay with a nice little beer garden out back and lots of parking. Would definitely stay again.
A really good nights sleep, nice room and very helpful staff. I ate in the pub - best jacket potato for a long time and nothing was too much trouble. They made a filling off menu and also dessert as I'm celiac :-) Greatly appreciated. Only downside building work in rooms downstairs - builders started hammering at 8am but stopped shortly afterwards. A great place to stay with a nice little beer garden out back and lots of parking. Would definitely stay again.
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Location
Peaceful village setting with countryside walks, and one review notes proximity to Castle Hedingham and the steam railway. One guest reported confusion over the listed address.
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Tracey
28 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff, lovely countryside walks. Perfect getaway
Friendly staff, lovely countryside walks. Perfect getaway
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Allan
30 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very welcoming friendly landlord bar staff equally pleasant. Good beer & bar menu from sandwiches to more substantial meals with starters mains and deserts honest pub grub. Breakfast excellent value with cereals, juice, full English plenty of toast & jam tea & coffee, pot was refilled no problem. A very pleasant one night stay large double room, comfortable bed plenty of hot water in the shower. Would stay again close to Castle Hedingham & Steam Railway.
Very welcoming friendly landlord bar staff equally pleasant. Good beer & bar menu from sandwiches to more substantial meals with starters mains and deserts honest pub grub. Breakfast excellent value with cereals, juice, full English plenty of toast & jam tea & coffee, pot was refilled no problem. A very pleasant one night stay large double room, comfortable bed plenty of hot water in the shower. Would stay again close to Castle Hedingham & Steam Railway.
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Leigh
31 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Peaceful location
Peaceful location
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David
19 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
First problem was finding the place, web says it is in High St Halstead, but is in Great Yeldham 6 miles away Room was adequate for the price but extract fan in en suite was not working. Breakfast not a good experience. Cook was friendly, long hair in the butter, two jam jars on the table had dust all over the tops, kitchen paper for napkins, however we were not charged full price as we did not have full breakfasts
First problem was finding the place, web says it is in High St Halstead, but is in Great Yeldham 6 miles away Room was adequate for the price but extract fan in en suite was not working. Breakfast not a good experience. Cook was friendly, long hair in the butter, two jam jars on the table had dust all over the tops, kitchen paper for napkins, however we were not charged full price as we did not have full breakfasts
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Dining
Breakfast and pub food are frequently praised for value and taste, with staff accommodating dietary needs. Weekday dining can be limited or unavailable, and one review noted poor breakfast hygiene and another a short breakfast window.
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Ann
16 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice pub and people. No food apart from weekends, neither breakfast nor dinner which was promised on the booking
Nice pub and people. No food apart from weekends, neither breakfast nor dinner which was promised on the booking
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Claire
13 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Room was clean and tidy and the bed was comfortable. Beware though - they don’t serve food mid week.
Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Room was clean and tidy and the bed was comfortable. Beware though - they don’t serve food mid week.
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Gillian
19 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had a great stay, really pleased with our room which was quiet and comfortable. Amazing cooked breakfast this morning. Would definitely stay again!
We had a great stay, really pleased with our room which was quiet and comfortable. Amazing cooked breakfast this morning. Would definitely stay again!
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Patrick
30 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
For a 2 star room it was very good plenty of tea and coffee and a clean bed and a very good Sunday roast
For a 2 star room it was very good plenty of tea and coffee and a clean bed and a very good Sunday roast
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Paul
27 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Affordable, value-for-the-money accommodation with hearty (extra cost but affordable) breakfast. Room comfortable with snug ensuite facilities. Friendly staff. No restaurant except Fridays and Saturdays, but curry and Pizza/Chicken takeaways within walking distance; residents can bring meals back to eat in the bar. Small health and safety warning - the steps and handrail leading to the accommodation block need attention - nothing a couple of hours with some mortar and bolts couldn't fix. Unfortunate that they haven't been!
Affordable, value-for-the-money accommodation with hearty (extra cost but affordable) breakfast. Room comfortable with snug ensuite facilities. Friendly staff. No restaurant except Fridays and Saturdays, but curry and Pizza/Chicken takeaways within walking distance; residents can bring meals back to eat in the bar. Small health and safety warning - the steps and handrail leading to the accommodation block need attention - nothing a couple of hours with some mortar and bolts couldn't fix. Unfortunate that they haven't been!
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Allan
30 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very welcoming friendly landlord bar staff equally pleasant. Good beer & bar menu from sandwiches to more substantial meals with starters mains and deserts honest pub grub. Breakfast excellent value with cereals, juice, full English plenty of toast & jam tea & coffee, pot was refilled no problem. A very pleasant one night stay large double room, comfortable bed plenty of hot water in the shower. Would stay again close to Castle Hedingham & Steam Railway.
Very welcoming friendly landlord bar staff equally pleasant. Good beer & bar menu from sandwiches to more substantial meals with starters mains and deserts honest pub grub. Breakfast excellent value with cereals, juice, full English plenty of toast & jam tea & coffee, pot was refilled no problem. A very pleasant one night stay large double room, comfortable bed plenty of hot water in the shower. Would stay again close to Castle Hedingham & Steam Railway.
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Simon
3 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Good: Staff friendly, breakfasts lovely. Bad: No hot water over 2 days so only cold showers!!!
Good: Staff friendly, breakfasts lovely. Bad: No hot water over 2 days so only cold showers!!!
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Joanne
11 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Building was a little bit tired looking but we didn’t spend must time in the room too busy enjoying ourselves the staff and breakfast was so lovely brilliant atmosphere in the bar
Building was a little bit tired looking but we didn’t spend must time in the room too busy enjoying ourselves the staff and breakfast was so lovely brilliant atmosphere in the bar
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Tracy
1 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A really good nights sleep, nice room and very helpful staff. I ate in the pub - best jacket potato for a long time and nothing was too much trouble. They made a filling off menu and also dessert as I'm celiac :-) Greatly appreciated. Only downside building work in rooms downstairs - builders started hammering at 8am but stopped shortly afterwards. A great place to stay with a nice little beer garden out back and lots of parking. Would definitely stay again.
A really good nights sleep, nice room and very helpful staff. I ate in the pub - best jacket potato for a long time and nothing was too much trouble. They made a filling off menu and also dessert as I'm celiac :-) Greatly appreciated. Only downside building work in rooms downstairs - builders started hammering at 8am but stopped shortly afterwards. A great place to stay with a nice little beer garden out back and lots of parking. Would definitely stay again.
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David
19 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
First problem was finding the place, web says it is in High St Halstead, but is in Great Yeldham 6 miles away Room was adequate for the price but extract fan in en suite was not working. Breakfast not a good experience. Cook was friendly, long hair in the butter, two jam jars on the table had dust all over the tops, kitchen paper for napkins, however we were not charged full price as we did not have full breakfasts
First problem was finding the place, web says it is in High St Halstead, but is in Great Yeldham 6 miles away Room was adequate for the price but extract fan in en suite was not working. Breakfast not a good experience. Cook was friendly, long hair in the butter, two jam jars on the table had dust all over the tops, kitchen paper for napkins, however we were not charged full price as we did not have full breakfasts
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Jude
26 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Brilliant staff friendly people and honest. Great pool table free to play on Mondays
Brilliant staff friendly people and honest. Great pool table free to play on Mondays
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Simon
3 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly staff, nice breakfast, no hot water for 2 days!
Friendly staff, nice breakfast, no hot water for 2 days!
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Simon
3 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Good: Staff friendly, breakfasts lovely. Bad: No hot water over 2 days so only cold showers!!!
Good: Staff friendly, breakfasts lovely. Bad: No hot water over 2 days so only cold showers!!!
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Ann
16 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice pub and people. No food apart from weekends, neither breakfast nor dinner which was promised on the booking
Nice pub and people. No food apart from weekends, neither breakfast nor dinner which was promised on the booking
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Alan
13 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms in poor state of repair
Rooms in poor state of repair
Property policies
Check-in
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Check-in from 12:00
Before 11:00
FAQs about The Waggon & Horses
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site.
Does the hotel allow pets?
Pets are allowed, with service animals exempt from fees and restrictions. Only dogs are permitted.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is at 00:00 and check-out time is also at 00:00. Special check-in instructions indicate that front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Great Yeldham, Essex, approximately 2.3 km from Ridgewell Airfield Museum and 4 km from Hedingham Castle. The nearest airport is Stansted Airport, located 44.9 km away.
What are the policies for children staying at the hotel?
Children aged 1 year and under can stay for free if using existing bedding. Children aged 2 years and older are considered adults and will require an extra bed, which incurs an additional charge.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
Cribs may be requested directly from the property. Extra beds will incur an additional charge and must be confirmed in advance.
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